My son has been attending Kinhaven for two years. The school emphasizes social-emotional growth and…read moredevelopment, and the teachers are outstanding, showing kindness and patience with all of the children. I highly recommend this school.

I highly recommend Kinhaven. This is my son's second year at the school and it's been wonderful…read moreseeing him grow and thrive. The teachers and staff are wonderful and provide a thoughtful and kind environment with a focus on play. We've also enjoyed getting to know the broader community through play dates, the 5K and other events.

My son has loved his time in daycare here. It's a warm and welcoming environment with attention to…read moreroutine, playtime, and enrichment through daily activities as well as imaginative play. I've never seen him adapt so quickly to a childcare center - or be so proud of his budding skills (putting shoes on, packing his book bag). We especially love the great use of the local park for their outdoor time. All the teachers are professionals and form great bonds with their students.

My daughter has been at FCP since she was 2 1/2, she is now almost 5 years old. I can go on and on…read moreall day about the many wonderful aspects of this school. The teachers are very caring and love those kids dearly. The curriculum is great, they are exposed to Russian and French as well as many different field trips and visits from local professionals (firefighters, police, karate instructors). There are spring, summer, fall and winter parties for all of your family to go and enjoy if your schedule allows, there are a few picnics on weekends and there is a parents night out. Parents can be as involved or not involved as they'd like. There is an open door policy and I have dropped in at random times to find everyone so cheerful and well taken care of. They go to Cherry Hill Park and the library across the street almost daily as long as weather permits. My husband and I work full time and I have to say they are wonderful when it comes to staying open with inclement weather as much as they possibly can. In the past 2 years I can barely count on one hand the number of times they have opened late or closed early because of snow. They really do all they can to be there for us working parents because a lot of us have jobs that don't close for snow like the government does. Elena is the owner/director and she is so greatly involved with everything. She's very responsive to all e-mails, phone calls. She's often there working with the kids and teachers. In a nutshell, I will be so sad for my daughter to graduate and be going to kindergarten in the fall. This is an amazing school and I'd recommend it to anyone.

We joined the AUCP community in 2017 when our daughter was 1 and we're going on our 7th year now…read morewith our second child. The focus on each child's needs and interests, along with low teacher:student ratios have really supported our kids developmentally. The nature exposure (daily in the classroom and in the garden, as well as bi-weekly in the woods) is another big plus for us. Community is by far the best part for the whole family though. Co-oping in class helps parents get to know the other kids and their families, in addition to experiencing what the kids are doing in class. There are also lots of social opportunities informally (the playground after pick-up) and formally (Bike and Book Fest for one) throughout the year. I highly recommend the school to everyone, but especially those new to the area and those wanting to be involved in their child's preschool experience.

Our family will forever be grateful to have had our children attend AUCP. With only a couple of…read moremonths to prep our family of five to move across the country I looked to Yelp to help me find a good preschool within a 10 mile radius of our Falls Church home. It was late April when I reached out and connected with the Membership team and while they had one last spot for my 4 year old daughter, we were on the waitlist for my 1.5 year old son. (It all ended up working out to where my daughter attended 5 days a week and my son was 2 days a week.) From the very first contact, everyone was wonderful. My kids teachers welcomed not only them, but our whole family with open arms and helped us create a sense of community when we didn't know a single soul. The teachers are amazing and the play based opportunities afforded to the children are unparalleled. Some of our favorite things about AUCP are the bi-weekly outdoor program at Long Branch, their commitment to getting the kids outside every day (I wish all schools had this philosophy), the community building events, the garden, ride on toys etc. I can't recommend this school enough. It's been a gem in so many ways.

Looking back at our son's experience at CHMS, it is hard to put into words how much this community…read moremeans to our family! We moved back to the area from overseas when our son was two years old, and the search for childcare from overseas was daunting. That being said, we valued the communication from the administration starting with our initial inquiry and appreciated all the effort they put into getting to know us as parents as well as our son before he ever set foot on their campus. The staff at CHMS is truly incredible! Our son's transition into his new environment (in a new country, no less) was as seamless as possible, and the Montessori guides in the toddler program even set him up for success with potty training earlier than we anticipated. He then transitioned into the preschool program, which provided him with the structure and support he needed to truly thrive. It has been an absolute joy to witness how proud he is to share what he is learning and the work he brings home every week. He has also loved the music lessons from Dr. Louise, and the spring concert is one of the highlights of the year for all of us! We were so impressed with the plays that all three classes performed at the graduation ceremony as well - it was the perfect culmination to celebrate how much they had all grown during their time at CHMS! The summer camps have also been something our son has enjoyed every year, and we are extra grateful for the rising kindergarten class they put together this summer to prepare the graduates for their next adventure. Our son is not only prepared, but excited to go to kindergarten because of the foundation the entire CHMS community has built for him. Speaking of which, the community at CHMS has been priceless. Our son has formed lifelong friendships, and we have enjoyed getting to know the other families as well. Our daughter is 22 months old and just started summer camp in the toddler program, and we can already see these bonds forming for her, too. We cannot overstate how much the community at CHMS means to our family and look forward to watching our daughter continue on her very own journey at this special place.

CHMS has been such a gift to our family! Both of our children attended for multiple years, and our…read moreoldest entered kindergarten feeling confident and well prepared thanks to his time at CHMS. Our more reserved child blossomed into a social butterfly, and it was so special to watch her build friendships with a number of kids in her class. I think the mixed-age Montessori classroom and the nurturing teachers helped her come out of her shell. The school is incredibly well run, communication is excellent, and in the rare event a challenge came up, the staff was thoughtful, responsive, and genuinely cared. My kids may have teared up on their first days at CHMS, but I was the one tearing up on their last. We are going to miss CHMS and highly recommend!

St Charles is the perfect place to send your PreK children. There are not many options for 2-year…read moreolds and this has been a blessing for our daughter. After just a few weeks, we noticed an improvement in her social and motor skills. The school is also nestled next to a bunch of cafes so if we show up early for pick-up, there are plenty of places to wait while enjoying a lovely croissant and latte. Unfortunately, the rumor is that the school will be closing after next year. :(

My husband and I are continuously impressed by the quality of the teachers at St. charles; our kids…read morelearn a lot and very much enjoy school. We wanted to share some stories that highlight why we appreciate the school and it's wonderful teachers ... Today our son, Michael, recited the entire Lords Prayer and was so proud of himself :) We very much appreciate the wealth of religious knowledge they gain at school whether it's saying grace or learning biblical stories ... Michael often requests that we take a trip to China. When he asked again today, our daughter, Brianne, started singing "Ni Hao Parker". We couldn't believe it!! We are so appreciative of the education on diversity they receive from their teachers who do an excellent job discussing different countries, cultures and languages with them!! There are countless similar stories ranging from their teachers working with them on motor skills or learning basic skills/concepts or exploring various topics. The school is also very flexible and supportive of our family given that both my husband and I work full time! I would highly recommend this school!

We've been part of the LB school for over a year and have been so thankful to find this community!…read moreWIth one child enrolled and another soon to be enrolled, we fully trust the administration, teaching staff, and parent community. The daily activities/weekly themes are creative, educational, and fun. The meals are varied and nutritional. Plus, the outdoor time at playgrounds and neighborhood walks are a huge bonus. The music and Spanish classes every week also make for a well-rounded experience. We looked into many programs in Arlington and have never reconsidered our decision after enrolling at LB. Our child is truly so happy to go to school each day.

Our son has been attending LB fr 2 years now and we couldn't be happier. The class sizes are small…read moreand the teachers are great! Our son has been lucky enough to make a lot of friends and he learns something new each day! I highly recommend enrolling your infant to pre-k child at this center.

Amazing Christian daycare/development center that both of our girls have been blessed to be able to…read moreattend. The teachers are patient, kind and disciplined. My daughters have really loved the supportive environment and learned so much. My older daughter (6) is able to come back for summer school and field trips which is wonderful as well. It takes a village and I am so grateful we have Crossroads in our lives.

It was a joy to have all four of my children go through CDC. Loving teachers, outstanding academic…read morecurriculum and a great Christian environment.

An amazing church that does so much good for the community with thriving programs for all ages…read more They welcome everyone- seriously! It's inclusive and friendly. Their Christmas Eve services are the best in Arlington- vibrant, meaningful and kid-friendly.

I started going here around 5 years ago. I love it because of the variety of services, there is…read moresomething for everyone. An 8:30 traditional service for early birds. 9:30 Sunday schools for all age groups and interests. Then there is an 11:00 traditional service. During that time there is a modern "rock" worship service downstairs in the fellowship hall. I usually go to the 11:00 traditional service. The choir sings beautifully with voices from soprano to bass. The pastors are skilled and welcoming. Also, the acolytes are very skilled. There ministries are very good especially the massive operation of community assistance. I recommend this service to all people looking for a new church.